Economic Trends
Get the latest economic news and analysis to understand emerging economic trends and their impact on portfolios.
Anthem's Parent Says U.S. Employers Still Look Strong
By Allison BellA strong job market could help the Fed move ahead with efforts to increase interest rates.
July 20, 2022
No, Mr. Manchin, Taxes Don't Cause InflationOn the contrary, higher taxes can help get prices under control.
July 18, 2022
Social Media Posts Make Millennials, Gen Z Feel Broke: SurveyYounger users feel more social media-induced negativity over finances than any other aspect of life, Bankrate found.
July 15, 2022
Financial Resilience Grew Last Year Despite COVID-19: StudyPandemic-related enhanced unemployment benefits and stimulus payments may account for some of the improvement, FINRA said.
July 14, 2022
Wall Street Chiefs Stare Down Recession Fear With Upbeat OutlookJPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon and Morgan Stanley CEO James Gorman are bullish despite their firms reporting second-quarter results that missed expectations.
July 13, 2022
What Advisors, Investors Can Expect in Second Half of 2022Good economic news has been hard to come by, but consumers have held up. Will the winds shift in the second half?
July 13, 2022
Social Security COLA Estimate Rises to 10.5% for 2023 as Inflation Accelerates in JuneAs the June BLS report shows 9.1% inflation from a year ago, a senior advocate warns rising Social Security benefits carry hidden costs.
July 12, 2022
16 Richest Self-Made Women in the U.S.: ForbesThis year's list includes seven newcomers and seven women reappearing in the ranks.